Meet the Coaches:
Ruben Digital Media specializes in building brand identity and driving sales for clients utilizing web, social, and other digital marketing solutions. Nate is the Founder and Principal of Ruben Digital Media, as well as the strategy lead on all projects. A District 214 alum, Nate graduated from Wheeling High School in 2011. He went on to complete a Marketing Degree from Harper College in 2015. Today, Ruben Digital Media works with both Harper College and District 214 to provide meaningful internship experience for their students.
As nuphoriq’s leader and CEO, Erin Walter brings competitiveness, passion and strong values to her young company, driving growth, results and the demand for greatness.
Erin holds two degrees from DePaul University, a Bachelor’s in Management and Marketing and an MBA in Entrepreneurship and Marketing Planning and Strategy. Before starting her business, she played professional soccer in the Women’s Professional Soccer league (WPS).
Erin is a member of the DePaul University Marketing Advisory Council (MAC). The MAC is an advisory council commissioned by the University to provide advice and support for the academic and developmental mission of the School of Marketing at DePaul University.
Erin holds two degrees from DePaul University, a Bachelor’s in Management and Marketing and an MBA in Entrepreneurship and Marketing Planning and Strategy. Before starting her business, she played professional soccer in the Women’s Professional Soccer league (WPS).
Erin is a member of the DePaul University Marketing Advisory Council (MAC). The MAC is an advisory council commissioned by the University to provide advice and support for the academic and developmental mission of the School of Marketing at DePaul University.
Jamie Pritscher is an award-winning entrepreneur committed to excellence, professionalism, positive workplace culture and an exceptional employee and client experiences.
Jamie is the Co-Founder and Chief Communications Officer of creative marketing agency nuphoriq and Co-Founder and CEO of the socially-responsible high-end gift company, That’s Caring. By age 18, Jamie was managing a workforce that was double or triple her age. She obtained her undergraduate degree in Communications with Psychology and Visual Communications minors from Illinois State University and her Master’s Degree in Integrated Marketing Communications from Roosevelt University.
Jamie has been presented with national awards for her leadership and business efforts, including Harper College’s Distinguished Alumni 2013, Diversity Magazine 2011, “Top 100 Under 50 Emerging Leaders” and Ecovers’ 2011, “30 Under 30” for Sustainability.
Jamie is the Co-Founder and Chief Communications Officer of creative marketing agency nuphoriq and Co-Founder and CEO of the socially-responsible high-end gift company, That’s Caring. By age 18, Jamie was managing a workforce that was double or triple her age. She obtained her undergraduate degree in Communications with Psychology and Visual Communications minors from Illinois State University and her Master’s Degree in Integrated Marketing Communications from Roosevelt University.
Jamie has been presented with national awards for her leadership and business efforts, including Harper College’s Distinguished Alumni 2013, Diversity Magazine 2011, “Top 100 Under 50 Emerging Leaders” and Ecovers’ 2011, “30 Under 30” for Sustainability.
Jimmy Merritello is a passionate digital marketing strategist at Red Caffeine Marketing + Technology in Lombard, IL. At Red Caffeine, he leads the research and strategy phases of each client program as well as web-based marketing projects on an ongoing basis. Jimmy also has an emphasis on technology product development and entrepreneurship.
Eddie Levine is the President and Co-Founder of Hub Dub, Ltd. Established in 2012 with business partner Greg Gilpin, the company has morphed into a multi-million-dollar eCommerce operation, with worldwide distribution, attracting superior global brands.
With 15+ years of combined eCommerce, IT and logistics experience working for Fortune 500 companies, Eddie has built an expansive and efficient network of more than 30 different sales channels worldwide. Vendors working with Hub Dub find themselves set apart through Eddie’s capable stewardship of their brand(s) in the form of reputation / IP management, seller enforcement, listing optimization and advertising.
Eddie’s success and ability to comprehend and disseminate the inner workings of the eCommerce industry have made him a leader – travelling the globe for speaking and education events, as well as helping others achieve their own success in this highly competitive field.
With 15+ years of combined eCommerce, IT and logistics experience working for Fortune 500 companies, Eddie has built an expansive and efficient network of more than 30 different sales channels worldwide. Vendors working with Hub Dub find themselves set apart through Eddie’s capable stewardship of their brand(s) in the form of reputation / IP management, seller enforcement, listing optimization and advertising.
Eddie’s success and ability to comprehend and disseminate the inner workings of the eCommerce industry have made him a leader – travelling the globe for speaking and education events, as well as helping others achieve their own success in this highly competitive field.
Amy Schroeder
Amy Schroeder is a high-impact finance and operations-oriented executive who brings forward thinking analysis to drive business results. A trusted
member of ownership, Amy has worked primarily for family-owned businesses spanning in size from $30 million to $215 million in revenues. Amy has experience in leading and growing service and manufacturing organizations. Amy has proven her ability to aggressively grow sales and profits in high-stress environments while supporting and leading teams, keeping engagement and commitment high and turnover low. Amy leads by example and values mentoring and developing staff. Amy’s approach to growth includes international expansion, new product launches and acquisitions. During Amy’s most recent ten-year tenure as Vice President of Finance and Senior Vice President/Chief Financial Officer, she
oversaw the acquisition of five companies in as many years. Amy holds a BA in accounting from Northern Illinois University, and an MBA in finance and information systems from DePaul University. Amy enjoys hiking, gardening, fostering dogs and mentoring students.
member of ownership, Amy has worked primarily for family-owned businesses spanning in size from $30 million to $215 million in revenues. Amy has experience in leading and growing service and manufacturing organizations. Amy has proven her ability to aggressively grow sales and profits in high-stress environments while supporting and leading teams, keeping engagement and commitment high and turnover low. Amy leads by example and values mentoring and developing staff. Amy’s approach to growth includes international expansion, new product launches and acquisitions. During Amy’s most recent ten-year tenure as Vice President of Finance and Senior Vice President/Chief Financial Officer, she
oversaw the acquisition of five companies in as many years. Amy holds a BA in accounting from Northern Illinois University, and an MBA in finance and information systems from DePaul University. Amy enjoys hiking, gardening, fostering dogs and mentoring students.
Bill is one of the owners of Service Shipping Inc., a licensed Customs Broker and freight forwarder. As I licensed Customs broker since 1984, acting as the principal of the firm, bill works with importers, exporters and teaching institutions to guide them through the import and export process. Active for over 20 years in the Elk Grove Village Rotary Club, Bill’s passion for charity and volunteerism is a cornerstone to who he is. Married with two children, travel and Scuba Diving round out the picture of this leader.
With 39 years of
experience in the food and beverage industry, Kevin Walter is Chief Procurement
Officer for Chicago area corporate catering and event planning services company
Tasty Catering. In this position, he successfully leads sourcing, supply management
and procurement to maintain company quality, customer satisfaction, and profit
levels. He is also responsible for leading Tasty Catering’s green efforts that
earned the company the 2010 Illinois Governor’s Hometown Award for
Sustainability.
As a Great Game of Business practitioner coach, Kevin has led the design and implementation of the Great Game at Tasty Catering, Advantax, Be Found Online, Wall Tech Inc., and several other companies that he has assisted in the start-up of and remains an active partner and investor in. His business success and strong belief in open-book management, combined with his desire to help move the food and beverage industry forward, make Kevin a highly sought after Great Game of Business coach and speaker.
Inducted into the University of Illinois-Chicago Entrepreneurial Hall of Fame in 2012, Kevin finds inspiration from his employees and the employees of the companies that he’s coached who continue to exceed expectations with the power and knowledge they are given to make a difference.
As a Great Game of Business practitioner coach, Kevin has led the design and implementation of the Great Game at Tasty Catering, Advantax, Be Found Online, Wall Tech Inc., and several other companies that he has assisted in the start-up of and remains an active partner and investor in. His business success and strong belief in open-book management, combined with his desire to help move the food and beverage industry forward, make Kevin a highly sought after Great Game of Business coach and speaker.
Inducted into the University of Illinois-Chicago Entrepreneurial Hall of Fame in 2012, Kevin finds inspiration from his employees and the employees of the companies that he’s coached who continue to exceed expectations with the power and knowledge they are given to make a difference.